Who is Harker?

Harker is one of the men who helps rescue Dessa from captivity in the cellar. Nathan and Cully meet him at the Glen after they escape from the coffle. Though Dessa does not initially know him the same way she does the others, they become close after Dessa's relationship with Nathan fractures. Harker encourages her to reevaluate her impression of Nathan and Rufel's relationship. Believing in the significance and power of their friendship, he urges Dessa to make amends. Later he confesses his feelings for Dessa and the two become intimate. Though Dessa thought she would never be able to be with another man after Kaine, Harker astounds her with his tenderness and compassion. His character succeeds in softening Dessa's.